To Debra and Catherine:Jim was a long-ago friend as we struggled through many journalism classes together at USC, then milled around The State newsroom for the year or so I was there.He was, and always has been, one of my journalism heroes. He never let anything take him off the story, waver from the truth, or compromise his principles.He was a good, kind friend to me and many others in our circles of cub reporters. Jim became the best of us, the toughest of us, and the one who never sold out.My heart is with you both. I hope there is comfort in knowing that he lived a wonderful life, he made a difference, and he is now free of pain and medical aggravation. Jim never could stand to be aggravated.I wish peace, and and the warmth of irreplaceable memories, for you both.

Debra, Catherine, and Gert. We are so sorry for your loss. We will keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers.

~

Aunt Kay Green & Family Barbara Bennett,

Layton, Utah

January 04, 2013

He was a great journalist and friend. SCGOP political events won't be the same without him. A great reporter, but even better family man. Thoughts and prayers go out to his family during this time of grief. Heaven has truly gained another saint.

~

David Carter,

Laurens, South Carolina

January 03, 2013

my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

~

Alison Armao,

Hilton Head, South Carolina

January 03, 2013

Jim was such a special person. Debra, my prayers are with you and Catherine. Thinking of you and so sorry for your loss.

~

Nancy Atkinson,

Lexington, South Carolina

January 02, 2013

Debra and Catherine,We are so sorry for your loss. He was a great man, and he will be missed by the many lives he touched. We love you both! Please let us know if you need anything. Stay strong <3

~

The Neal Family,

Columbia, South Carolina

January 02, 2013

He was a remarkable journalist and wonderful person. Jim served the state well. Lifting up your family in prayer at this time.

It's times like this we need to go to God in prayer and his word for comfort. May you receive peace from God from his word

~

D Stallings,

Charlotte, North Carolina

January 02, 2013

Debra,May God bless you and keep you close during this diffcult time. We will pray for you and your family.

~

Patricia Arnold,

Columbia, South Carolina

January 01, 2013

Please accept my deepest condolences for your family. Jim and I were great friends in High School. His laugh and sense of humor was a staple of our days in class. Our old group is one smaller now. We have lost one of the best of us.

~

Dianne Schultz Wyndham,

Summerville, South Carolina

January 01, 2013

May you find comfort in the Hearer of prayer at this time. Psalm 65:2

January 01, 2013

Debra thinking of you and your daughter at this trying time in your life...

~

William&June McCall,

Calhoun Falls, South Carolina

January 01, 2013

Debra and Catherine Margaret, you are in my thoughts and prayers. I think of you often.

~

Amy Breaux,

Columbia, South Carolina

January 01, 2013

God bless you and your loved ones ~ Rest in Peace.

~

Jane Dowling,

Waterbury, Connecticut

January 01, 2013

Mr. Davenport is a hero in my book. May he rest in peace,may his beliefs in his profession not be forgotton.

January 01, 2013

Debra,My condolences to you in the passing of your husband Jim. May you find peace from God to help you cope. Rm. 15:33

Georgia

January 01, 2013

All of us feel a sense of joy when we hear about good things being accomplished in the world. For the Bible states: "As cold water upon a tired soul, so is a good report."(Proverbs 25:25) Although, at times Jim had to report things that was not so joyful. But that's what good reporters do. May God give you peace at this difficult time. Sorry for your loss.

~

Emma,

Austin, Tx.

December 31, 2012

To the Davenport family. I'm so sorry for your loss, I'm sure he will be missed by many. One day we won't have to worry about sickness, violence,and death.

December 31, 2012

My condolences to the Davenport family. Praying that God helps your family to cope with this difficult loss.

December 31, 2012

I am sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort grant you peace and comfort at this difficult time.

B. Johnson

December 31, 2012

Thank you, for setting the example and living each moment in peace.

~

Carol,

North Carolina

December 31, 2012

May the faithful soul of our brother Jim rest in peace and may perpetual light shine upon him in Eternal Life with God.

~

Holly Gatling,

Columbia, South Carolina

December 31, 2012

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

December 31, 2012

I'm sure Mr. Davenport will be gald to see a "Peaceful New World" and have a Ruler of justice & righteousness were the works of the wicked will be undone. Isa 9:6,7 Daniel 2:44 May you find comfort. 1John 3:8

~

Sophia,

Toledo, Ohio

December 31, 2012

During this time of sorrow may your family look to GOD to give you comfort and strength. May you be strengthed by the words of Philipians 4:6,7 as well. Please accept our heartfelt condolences for your loss.

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